How many syllables in “intramuscular”?
syllables in "intramuscular"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · tra · mu · scu · lar
Letters
13
i · n · t · r · a · m · u · s · c · u · l · a · r
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “intramuscular”
The word “intramuscular” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · tra · mu · scu · lar. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intramuscular" have?
"intramuscular" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intramuscular" into syllables?
"intramuscular" is divided into syllables as: in · tra · mu · scu · lar.
What is the Scrabble score for "intramuscular"?
The Scrabble score for "intramuscular" is 17 points.
Using “intramuscular” in writing
"intramuscular" (in · tra · mu · scu · lar) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “intramuscular” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.